Friday, September 24, 2010
9/11 Planned?
According to Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Leader of Iran 9/11 was planned but by us Americans rather then Afghanistinians. Personally, the Government may not be the most ethical thing in the world but to have supposedly "planned 9/11" thats bizarre! But boy did that stir up some emotions; making 33 delegations at the United Kingdom just up and leave during the accusations from Ahmadinejad. I mean supposedly staging the fact that we landed on the moon first, ok thats one thing. But to say that we as Americans who were the ones to be the most affected by it emotionally, mentally and physically is just wrong.. These accusations did come as quite a shock to all the delegates but not as a surprise. The last few meeting at the United Nations General Assembly the Ahmadinejad has been bringing up "lows" of the United States rather than paying attention to issues of his own country; hmmm thats weird? i wonder why he keeps aiming his "guns" at the U.S, maybe someones trying to re-direct attention for a reason.. Guilty Conscious anyone?
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Its a Girl! Its a Boy! Its ... Both?
By Alissa Coschigano
In the neighborhood of Kabul, Afghanistan, six year old Mehran Rafaat watches as her sisters can be looked at as the gender that they are, but she has to disguise herself everyday as a boy. Mehran does not get the luxury of wearing the head scarves and long black dresses when she goes to school. Instead, she must dress in a white shirt, green pants, and a tie around her neck. If she was born as a girl, why is she not able to show the rest of her community her true colors?
In the Afghan society, it is considered well being to have at least one son in a family. This is for the matter of passing on the family name and inheriting all the wealth from the son's father. To a family with all girls, it is frowned upon and they are looked at as being targeted for judgment among their society. Afghanistan is highly separated in the terms of gender, where men take the lead over woman. That being said, mothers will cut off one of the daughter's hair, and dress her in male clothing, in order to be accepted. It is easier for a male to find job experiences and be out on his own. Until the years of puberty, this mechanism will work for most. Once the time comes for a daughter to enter into womanhood, the masquerade must cease and desist.
Some societies are not allowed to show who their members really are. A lot of people disguise themselves in order to benefit for the entire family. One day, the time comes for everyone to see when a girl is a girl and a boy is a boy, but until that time, people in societies such as the members of Kabul, will have to suffice with being considered both genders, in order to be accepted.
In the neighborhood of Kabul, Afghanistan, six year old Mehran Rafaat watches as her sisters can be looked at as the gender that they are, but she has to disguise herself everyday as a boy. Mehran does not get the luxury of wearing the head scarves and long black dresses when she goes to school. Instead, she must dress in a white shirt, green pants, and a tie around her neck. If she was born as a girl, why is she not able to show the rest of her community her true colors?
In the Afghan society, it is considered well being to have at least one son in a family. This is for the matter of passing on the family name and inheriting all the wealth from the son's father. To a family with all girls, it is frowned upon and they are looked at as being targeted for judgment among their society. Afghanistan is highly separated in the terms of gender, where men take the lead over woman. That being said, mothers will cut off one of the daughter's hair, and dress her in male clothing, in order to be accepted. It is easier for a male to find job experiences and be out on his own. Until the years of puberty, this mechanism will work for most. Once the time comes for a daughter to enter into womanhood, the masquerade must cease and desist.
Some societies are not allowed to show who their members really are. A lot of people disguise themselves in order to benefit for the entire family. One day, the time comes for everyone to see when a girl is a girl and a boy is a boy, but until that time, people in societies such as the members of Kabul, will have to suffice with being considered both genders, in order to be accepted.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Fashion's Night Out 2010 NYC
By Gina Hughes
On September 10, 2010 I made my way down to New York City with Kathleen Kellerman to attend one of the biggest shopping events of the year; Fashion's Night Out (FNO). On this night thousands of stores around the world stayed open late. Shoppers had the opportunity to shop until 11pm at the participating stores.
Anna Wintour, the Editor-in-Chief at Vogue was the master mind behind this success event, which she started last year. According to a CBS news interview with Ms. Wintour she states that "...this was originally created as a fashion stimulus package..." Last year when the economy was down she thought of this major shopping event to help bring it back up. She wanted to get people out and have them shop and have fun as well.
Fashion's Night Out was not only thought of to help the economy but it was created to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, and simply just to make shopping fun. On this night celebrities, models, designers, fashion editors were all staging this exciting one of a kind fashion event. Jessica Alba was at Ralph Lauren's Soho store, Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige and Nicole Richie made an appearance at Bergdorf Goodman. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen were working the cash registers at their Elizabeth and James store. And that was just to name a few.
Kathleen and I were at the Saks 5th Avenue store. Where we were able to help Donna Karan celebrate her 25th Anniversary. Right beside us was actress Claire Danes. Super model Karolina Kurkova was there as well, who we met and she was such a nice down to earth person. Customers at Saks were also able to see designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren, Gossip Girl's Jessica Szohr, designers Rachel Roy, Zac Posen, Rachel Roy where in attendance as well, and that's just to name a few.
After Saks we headed down Madison Avenue, where we stopped at MaxMara, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana (where Naomi Campbell was), Versace, Chanel and so many more. Each store we went into not only had special things going on, like games to win things, artists drawing special pictures and models but they were handing out free drinks as well; from Champagne to Vodka you got it all.
For that one night I truly felt like I was a movie star. I will most definitely be attending Fashion's Night Out 2011. It was such a memorable night.
On September 10, 2010 I made my way down to New York City with Kathleen Kellerman to attend one of the biggest shopping events of the year; Fashion's Night Out (FNO). On this night thousands of stores around the world stayed open late. Shoppers had the opportunity to shop until 11pm at the participating stores.
Anna Wintour, the Editor-in-Chief at Vogue was the master mind behind this success event, which she started last year. According to a CBS news interview with Ms. Wintour she states that "...this was originally created as a fashion stimulus package..." Last year when the economy was down she thought of this major shopping event to help bring it back up. She wanted to get people out and have them shop and have fun as well.
Fashion's Night Out was not only thought of to help the economy but it was created to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, and simply just to make shopping fun. On this night celebrities, models, designers, fashion editors were all staging this exciting one of a kind fashion event. Jessica Alba was at Ralph Lauren's Soho store, Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige and Nicole Richie made an appearance at Bergdorf Goodman. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen were working the cash registers at their Elizabeth and James store. And that was just to name a few.
Kathleen and I were at the Saks 5th Avenue store. Where we were able to help Donna Karan celebrate her 25th Anniversary. Right beside us was actress Claire Danes. Super model Karolina Kurkova was there as well, who we met and she was such a nice down to earth person. Customers at Saks were also able to see designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren, Gossip Girl's Jessica Szohr, designers Rachel Roy, Zac Posen, Rachel Roy where in attendance as well, and that's just to name a few.
After Saks we headed down Madison Avenue, where we stopped at MaxMara, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana (where Naomi Campbell was), Versace, Chanel and so many more. Each store we went into not only had special things going on, like games to win things, artists drawing special pictures and models but they were handing out free drinks as well; from Champagne to Vodka you got it all.
For that one night I truly felt like I was a movie star. I will most definitely be attending Fashion's Night Out 2011. It was such a memorable night.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Honored After 40 Years
By Jerilynn Sweet On Sunday, CNN.com placed an article called "Medal of Honor recipient'svalor hidden for decades" and it was an extremely moving piece that calls attention to a once classified mission from the Vietnam War. The article goes on to explain how during the war soldiers were not suppose to be in the neutral territory of Laos but the U.S. Military had a secret group of men there on a mission called Site 85. This mission is what assisted in leading to the bombing of North Vietnam. During the mission a raid from an enemy camp came upon the soldiers and one man, Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, died in combat saving the lives of three other soldiers and assisting his men to the helicopter. It was originally released that he died in a helicopter crash with no medal of honor as President Lyndon Johnson feared exposure to the then classified mission. However, this coming Tuesday Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger three sons and one of the soldiers lives he saved will attend an award ceremony at the White House where President Obama will present the highest award in the Air Force. I thought this was a great article and shows that even though it took almost 40 years an American Hero is still being awarded an honor he rightfully is entitled to.
Friday, September 17, 2010
A Piece of Cake
By: Katie McCollum
Central Park brought in many different walks of life as the band, "Cake", hit the Summerstage in Rumsey Field Thursday, September 16, at around 8:00 p.m. The journey to the concert was just the half of it, after asking where it exactly was the answer was: "just follow the music," from a horse-and-carriage rider.
The area was a good escape from the hussle and bussle life in the city that we were just steps away from. Upon entry, the concert, along with the band, gave off a great vibe. My friend leaned over and said to me, "I feel like we're in a certain crowd, like back in high school." But it was not the type of clicky crowd; Cake brought people together through their music. For those who are unfamiliar with Cake's music, they are an alternative rock band from Sacramento, California who are known for their laid back but distinctive appeal.
Throughout the show, John McCrea, the lead singer, definitely accomplished a goal of connecting with the audience. After each song was over he made sure he thanked everyone for being there despite the troubled weather conditions. I had said to my friend earlier in the night, "This better be worth it," referring to the explosive rainstorm we had just got caught in, and it sure was. Cake left their crowd of fans happy and dancing after using hit singles "Never There" and "The Distance" for the encore songs. I would definitely go to see Cake play again, inside or outside, rain or shine!
Central Park brought in many different walks of life as the band, "Cake", hit the Summerstage in Rumsey Field Thursday, September 16, at around 8:00 p.m. The journey to the concert was just the half of it, after asking where it exactly was the answer was: "just follow the music," from a horse-and-carriage rider.
The area was a good escape from the hussle and bussle life in the city that we were just steps away from. Upon entry, the concert, along with the band, gave off a great vibe. My friend leaned over and said to me, "I feel like we're in a certain crowd, like back in high school." But it was not the type of clicky crowd; Cake brought people together through their music. For those who are unfamiliar with Cake's music, they are an alternative rock band from Sacramento, California who are known for their laid back but distinctive appeal.
Throughout the show, John McCrea, the lead singer, definitely accomplished a goal of connecting with the audience. After each song was over he made sure he thanked everyone for being there despite the troubled weather conditions. I had said to my friend earlier in the night, "This better be worth it," referring to the explosive rainstorm we had just got caught in, and it sure was. Cake left their crowd of fans happy and dancing after using hit singles "Never There" and "The Distance" for the encore songs. I would definitely go to see Cake play again, inside or outside, rain or shine!
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Threat hits Paris
By: Samantha Sinatra
Imagine yourself standing in front of a magnificent building in France. While standing there you hear the sounds of mo-peds zooming by and people blabbing to each other in French. The anticipation is building upon yourself as you wait online to get inside the Eiffel Tower. Once you're in there you are surrounded by beautiful elaborate walls and stunning paintings you thought could only be realistic in movies. You are in a world of make-believe, being oblivious to the noises around you, until you hear the screeching siren that ruins your concentration to the detail inside the building. You then realize it is the fire alarm. Everyone is scurrying, so you do the same. Outside the blabbing in French becomes louder while the mo-peds move slower to observe what is taking place.
This is how a tourist felt on September 14th 2010 when there was an unusual bomb threat that took place at the famous Eiffel Tower. All 2,000 tourists that were enjoying themselves had to be evactuated due to the emergency. Additionally, the Saint-Michel subway shut down as well. A police spokesman implied that it was imperative for the subway to get evacuated since there was a terrorist attack back in 1995 that killed 8 and injured 150. However, most Parisians were not alarmed since bomb threats happen quite frequently in France every year.
Imagine yourself standing in front of a magnificent building in France. While standing there you hear the sounds of mo-peds zooming by and people blabbing to each other in French. The anticipation is building upon yourself as you wait online to get inside the Eiffel Tower. Once you're in there you are surrounded by beautiful elaborate walls and stunning paintings you thought could only be realistic in movies. You are in a world of make-believe, being oblivious to the noises around you, until you hear the screeching siren that ruins your concentration to the detail inside the building. You then realize it is the fire alarm. Everyone is scurrying, so you do the same. Outside the blabbing in French becomes louder while the mo-peds move slower to observe what is taking place.
This is how a tourist felt on September 14th 2010 when there was an unusual bomb threat that took place at the famous Eiffel Tower. All 2,000 tourists that were enjoying themselves had to be evactuated due to the emergency. Additionally, the Saint-Michel subway shut down as well. A police spokesman implied that it was imperative for the subway to get evacuated since there was a terrorist attack back in 1995 that killed 8 and injured 150. However, most Parisians were not alarmed since bomb threats happen quite frequently in France every year.
Small Town Hit with Big Time Bust
By Sarah Fulton
2 a.m. Tuesday morning. The Wysak family woke up to the sounds of rapid gun fire; red flashing lights played across their bedroom window and their dog Maggie barking furiously. Nothing could prepare the Wysak's for the disturbing event they were about to witness.
The Wysak family has lived in Cornwall, NY for the past 20 years, each of their three children had attended every school in Cornwall's district and have been pivotal members of St. John's Episcopal Church. Joseph Wysak, a plumber and coach of several winning boy's sports teams, said, "Cornwall has always been a quite town, we always felt safe here, that's why we raised our children here."
That same Tuesday morning the Chief of Police in Cornwall, Todd Hazard and other responding police officers holding a no-knock search warrant broke into and arrested several men on a heroin bust. The accused had around 2 million dollars worth of heroin in their rented home. Upon the arrival of the police officers, the men instantly drew weapons, and began to fire. Luckily, noone was injured and the men complied with police orders. There were transported to Orange County jail.
The rented house happened to be right across the street from the Wysak family, and throughout the months of the men selling and buying illegal substances, they never suspected a thing.
2 a.m. Tuesday morning. The Wysak family woke up to the sounds of rapid gun fire; red flashing lights played across their bedroom window and their dog Maggie barking furiously. Nothing could prepare the Wysak's for the disturbing event they were about to witness.
The Wysak family has lived in Cornwall, NY for the past 20 years, each of their three children had attended every school in Cornwall's district and have been pivotal members of St. John's Episcopal Church. Joseph Wysak, a plumber and coach of several winning boy's sports teams, said, "Cornwall has always been a quite town, we always felt safe here, that's why we raised our children here."
That same Tuesday morning the Chief of Police in Cornwall, Todd Hazard and other responding police officers holding a no-knock search warrant broke into and arrested several men on a heroin bust. The accused had around 2 million dollars worth of heroin in their rented home. Upon the arrival of the police officers, the men instantly drew weapons, and began to fire. Luckily, noone was injured and the men complied with police orders. There were transported to Orange County jail.
The rented house happened to be right across the street from the Wysak family, and throughout the months of the men selling and buying illegal substances, they never suspected a thing.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Do's and Dont's
J. Sweet
When you become pregnant you are immediately given a list of foods by your doctor that you are encouraged to eat and a list of foods to avoid completely, however the list of dont's is extensive and it is almost impossible to avoid every food. Dr. Aneema Van Groenou said in an article in Pregnancy today "though there are a couple of things that are genuinely dangerous for your pregnancy, there are few absolute rules." If you happen to ingest a food on the don't list it is not classified as a major crisis. Sometimes things such as alcohol or caffeine show up in unexpected places such as ice cream, candy, or food. A small amount of these things once in a while is not going to cause harm, only in large quantities can certain foods actually cause harm to the mother or fetus. As for consuming raw fish or seafood during pregnancy Dr. Phil once said "Women in Japan don't stop eating Sushi."
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Studies Found on Studying
By: Alissa Coschigano
Coming back from a summer vacation is not always the easiest thing to acomplish. There are many occassions where we often think "why are we back at school?!" With these thoughts in mind, it is hard to get our minds focused and back on the school schedule. By forcing ourselves to study and cram in all the knowledge that we need, we are putting strain on our minds. Personally, getting back into school mode is one of the hardest things to overcome. An article in the New York Times titled "Forget What You Know About Good Study Habits" gives us all an idea of a way to crack down to business and explore new tactics on keeping our minds focused.
By simply changing rooms while studying, our minds become more attentive and aware to what information we are putting into our heads. Also, the article states that while studying, it is best to not focus on just one topic, but other topics that pertain to it. This can be effective while writing an essay so to speak because we are able to add in outside information that we will already have stored in our minds. "The brain makes subtle associations between what it is studying and the background sensations it has at the time, the authors say, regardless of whether those perceptions are conscious" says the author of this research study.
Everything we do, effects how we remember. Even just changing up our study ways by readjusting where we study and how the content is being focused on, can shape our minds into remembering more, instead of daydreaming about the summer we just left behind.
Cornwall Honors Lost Emergency Responders
By Sarah Fulton
Last evening, I attended Cornwall's memorial service for those who were lost in the 9/11 attacks. In our small town, we suffered the loss of Ken Kumpel,a volunteer fireman, father of two great sons, and a coach in Cornwall's sports league. The monument located in the town's square is dedicated to Ken and all of the emergency responders who lost their lives that warm September morning. I have attended some of the previous 9/11 memorial services held in Cornwall, but this year felt different. People were standing closer together, some crying, others deep in thought. It seemed that the entire town had come out to pay their respects this year, perhaps due to the consequences of the recession our economy has undergone; people are seeking comfort in each other, rather than in material possessions. As the service drew to a close, I looked around the crowd one last time, seeing faces that I've known for years, along with new, young faces. I felt some security realizing that the love and hope that people share with one another is something that will never be destroyed, in the midst of a devastating event, or even nine years later.
9-11 Never Forgotten
By: Samantha Sinatra
In Newburgh NY on September 8th about sixty Mount Saint Mary students lite their candles and participated in a vigil for those who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001. All students met in front of Sakac Hall, a freshman dormitory, where they came together in prayer for all of those who were affected on September 11th. As the walk proceeded to the church in Guzman hall, a spectator could see these candles luminating the campus that night. Once in the church, the students sat in the pews to watch a heavyhearted powerpoint to remember those who put their lives on the line for our country that day.
It is imperative to never forget the day that shook America. In many ways us Americans should be proud of those men and women who kept our country together on that day of terror. We shall never forget.
In Newburgh NY on September 8th about sixty Mount Saint Mary students lite their candles and participated in a vigil for those who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001. All students met in front of Sakac Hall, a freshman dormitory, where they came together in prayer for all of those who were affected on September 11th. As the walk proceeded to the church in Guzman hall, a spectator could see these candles luminating the campus that night. Once in the church, the students sat in the pews to watch a heavyhearted powerpoint to remember those who put their lives on the line for our country that day.
It is imperative to never forget the day that shook America. In many ways us Americans should be proud of those men and women who kept our country together on that day of terror. We shall never forget.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Labor Day Bash!
By: Samantha Sinatra
On Saturday September 4th, Mount Saint Mary College kicked off their school year with a FREE barbeque. About one-hundred students within the first hour were lined up impatiently by the grill waiting to get their delicious hot dogs and variations of pasta salads. Although hurricane Earl made his visit with howling winds up to thirty miles per hour, it did not get in the way of the students' time. Even throughout the paper plates being thrown up in the wind and freshman girls trying to fix their hair they had spent hours on before the barbeque, everyone seemed to have a great time. "This was one of the best turnouts we have had all year. I'm glad we got a lot of freshman to come out to this barbeque and I'm happy to see they are socializing with each other trying to meet new people", stated by Director of Student Activities, Sandra Cefaloni. The barbeque was very eclectic by having hot dogs, pasta salads, salad, snow cones, and funnel cake. Not only was there food but there were also two men diligently working on air-brush tee-shirts for the students. Chris Caban, a junior at MSMC said, "this is quite the hit, I have been waiting on this line for fifteen minutes just to get my order in! I'm hoping I will make the list!"
It is very evident that Mount Saint Mary College had a successful first weekend and many students enjoyed themselves while eating hot dogs and watching the woman's soccer team compete nearby. Lastly, Sandra Cefaloni added, "I'm hoping that the students keep getting involved like they did today, if so, we will have one great year!"
On Saturday September 4th, Mount Saint Mary College kicked off their school year with a FREE barbeque. About one-hundred students within the first hour were lined up impatiently by the grill waiting to get their delicious hot dogs and variations of pasta salads. Although hurricane Earl made his visit with howling winds up to thirty miles per hour, it did not get in the way of the students' time. Even throughout the paper plates being thrown up in the wind and freshman girls trying to fix their hair they had spent hours on before the barbeque, everyone seemed to have a great time. "This was one of the best turnouts we have had all year. I'm glad we got a lot of freshman to come out to this barbeque and I'm happy to see they are socializing with each other trying to meet new people", stated by Director of Student Activities, Sandra Cefaloni. The barbeque was very eclectic by having hot dogs, pasta salads, salad, snow cones, and funnel cake. Not only was there food but there were also two men diligently working on air-brush tee-shirts for the students. Chris Caban, a junior at MSMC said, "this is quite the hit, I have been waiting on this line for fifteen minutes just to get my order in! I'm hoping I will make the list!"
It is very evident that Mount Saint Mary College had a successful first weekend and many students enjoyed themselves while eating hot dogs and watching the woman's soccer team compete nearby. Lastly, Sandra Cefaloni added, "I'm hoping that the students keep getting involved like they did today, if so, we will have one great year!"
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Value of a Dollar
This past week my family and I visited Saratoga and went to the Horse Races. While here I noticed how the value of a dollar is different to every person. Me personally I don't think of myself as cheap but at this particular place I don't tend to waste money. I noticed many people in line placing bets of small increments, $1, $2, $5, and so on. Than there was the table behind us... Three men from upper New Jersey who did not place a single bet under $50. One even went so far as to bet $150 on what he thought was a sure thing. They continued to loose some and win some through out the day and as the day progressed the bets got bigger, $200 and up. I kept hearing this phrase from them when they lost "Oh well its only money Ill win next time." That phrase "Its only money" really caught my attention. To me and many of the people I know $150 is a textbook, a bill,an insurance payment and so on. You can do a lot with that amount of money except to these guys a few thousand dollars a piece spent at the track during closing weekend was nothing. Its amazing, we keep hearing how were in such an economic hardship and there are fewer jobs but people are still spending money because "Its just money" to them.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
To Tweet or Not To Tweet?
By: Alissa Coschigano
Social Networking such as "Twitter" has become more popular then it ever has before. Everyone has to update their page every few seconds to let the world know what they are up to, news that they just found out, or seeing who they can fool. The question that comes up though is how much tweeting is to much tweeting?
Stated in the New York Times Newspaper, Mike Wise of the The Washington Post published something on his Twitter account that got him suspended for a month from writing his sports column. The article is titled "Washington Post Suspends Columnist for Twitter Hoax." He posted false information, stating that the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was suspended for his next five games. Although he was suspended, the amount of time stated was wrong. Wise said "the tweet was posted as an experiment to see how fast a piece of misinformation could be spread online" (Plambeck, second paragraph, B2). Posting something as little as the wrong amount of suspension days, just cost a columnist a month's pay.
It is easy to get caught up in the digital world that we have around us. With everything advancing as quickly as it is, who knows what they will come up with next? Still, we have to be careful with what we put out there. Sometimes letting the world know what we are doing, or running experiments through Twitter, might make our tweeting days limited.
Social Networking such as "Twitter" has become more popular then it ever has before. Everyone has to update their page every few seconds to let the world know what they are up to, news that they just found out, or seeing who they can fool. The question that comes up though is how much tweeting is to much tweeting?
Stated in the New York Times Newspaper, Mike Wise of the The Washington Post published something on his Twitter account that got him suspended for a month from writing his sports column. The article is titled "Washington Post Suspends Columnist for Twitter Hoax." He posted false information, stating that the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was suspended for his next five games. Although he was suspended, the amount of time stated was wrong. Wise said "the tweet was posted as an experiment to see how fast a piece of misinformation could be spread online" (Plambeck, second paragraph, B2). Posting something as little as the wrong amount of suspension days, just cost a columnist a month's pay.
It is easy to get caught up in the digital world that we have around us. With everything advancing as quickly as it is, who knows what they will come up with next? Still, we have to be careful with what we put out there. Sometimes letting the world know what we are doing, or running experiments through Twitter, might make our tweeting days limited.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
No Way!!
"Obama Declares an End To Iraq Combat Mission". I could not beleive it when I read this in The New York Times today. Saying and I quote "President Obama declared an End to the seven-year American Combat Mission in Iraq". (Helene Cooper, Stolberg,Sheryl. The NY Times, pg.1) I personally do not like our soldiers getting killed or injured in the heat of war but I do agree with war considering I grew up in a militaristic family. But however, I am so glad that we are finally coming home, even though it is gonna take a little bit of time for us to actually come out of Iraq and send our soldiers home to their families! "We have sent our young men and women to make enormous sacrifices in Iraq, and spent resources abroad at a time of tight budgets at home"(Cooper and Stolberg. The NY Times, pg.1). Ill be honest not a big Obama supporter but all differences aside i agree with him one hundred percent! So thank god our soldiers are coming home and may they have a safe trip.. Cant wait to see you Uncle Rob.
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